Bishop’s Appeal: Education for the Central Conferences
This year, Northern Illinois United Methodists will be donating to one Bishop’s Appeal for two worthy recipients. The appeal for Education for the Central Conferences wi…
Mrs. Leanne Rolfe, spouse of retired clergy of the Northern Illinois Conference Rev. Curtis Rolfe, passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021, at age 85.
During his ministry, Rev. Rolfe served at Warren, Palatine, Rockford: St John, Channahon, and Lombard: Faith.
A Memorial service will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at First United Methodist Church of Downers Grove, 1032 Maple Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515
Messages of condolences may be sent to her husband and family:
Rev. Curtis M. Rolfe and Family
1S173 Mayfield Lane
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
This year, Northern Illinois United Methodists will be donating to one Bishop’s Appeal for two worthy recipients. The appeal for Education for the Central Conferences wi…
Rev. Donna Atkinson, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on January 24, 2026.
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